Kara Buccino

Kara Buccino is a seasoned merchandise planner with extensive experience in the retail sector, currently serving as a Senior Merchandise Planner at Levi Strauss & Co. since August 2021, focusing on Ecommerce Women's Bottoms and Omni DTC Accessories. Prior to this role, Kara worked at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. as an Omni Inventory Planner and Assistant DTC Inventory Planner, where responsibilities included forecasting, pre-season sales planning, and inventory management for various product categories. Earlier roles included administrative and financial support at Bon Appétit Management Company and an internship at Crate and Barrel, complemented by experiences in customer service and team collaboration as a Brand Representative at Hollister Co. and Head Lifeguard at Ashland Parks and Recreation. Kara holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with a Retail Studies minor from Santa Clara University and has participated in a study abroad program at Australian Catholic University.